An in-depth look and listen to two complementary vinyl jazz recordings, comparing and contrasting them with context and background information.
Hosted by: Ron Steeds and Jim Reil
Airs: Alternate Sundays from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Next broadcast: January 25th, 2026

Coming up at 4:00 PM on January 25th, 2026:
On the next edition of INSIDE JAZZ we spin two records that document two great tenor sax players’ first sessions as leaders. In the first hour Ron introduces John Coltrane’s 1957 Prestige recording COLTRANE. In the second hour Jim presents Booker Ervin’s 1961 Bethlehem album THE BOOK COOKS. Two hours of great jazz for a Sunday afternoon.

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Your hosts Jim Reil and Ron Steeds select two complementary jazz recordings each episode, playing whole albums one side at a time. Jim and Ron will alternate their choices each program. They will add background information and enlightening context to give listeners the best possible listening experience. Tune in for an enriching and entertaining two hours of great music on INSIDE JAZZ.

INSIDE JAZZ is proudly sponsored by THE SOUND CHOICE, Ottawa's sound choice for premium audio components and audiophile recordings.